The pursuit of a position in officialdom

Li Wujiang had to admire his father-in-law for knowing him well. In his heart, he was really willing to go to the grassroots level, to the southern coastal cities, where he could achieve great things. "Dad, you are right. If the organization asks for my opinion, I will definitely report it like this."

"Okay, don't worry about this matter. I will also fight for you to the superiors. Let's go and have dinner first."

Li Wujiang took his wife and children home for the New Year. Li Na and Wang Jianhua knew that Li Wujiang was going to take his family home for the New Year, so they also followed him back to his hometown.

The biggest reason why Li Wujiang was reluctant to go back to his hometown in recent years was that his official position was getting higher and higher. When he went back to his hometown, local officials would pick him up and send him off. The scene was so big that he didn't dare to go home. This time when he went home for the New Year, he didn't tell the local personnel at all, and he didn't even tell his direct descendants such as Xie Fei and Chang Yafei. However, as soon as he got home, local officials came one after another.

Especially with the arrival of Ding Zhongping, the whole scene reached a climax. After leaving Nandu for three years, Ding Zhongping finally became the secretary of the Nandu Municipal Party Committee after Zhou Ziliang was transferred. When Li Wujiang was in Nandu, the relationship between the two was pretty good. Although Li Wujiang is now holding an idle position in Beijing, Ding Zhongping knows that with Li Wujiang's ability, he will definitely be reused in the next step.

"Secretary Ding, I didn't want to cause trouble for the city, but I didn't expect to cause trouble for you in the end."

"Wujiang, how can you say that? You are the most outstanding cadre from our Nandu City. We, as local parents, should come and see. Besides, this year you have made great contributions to our country's epidemic prevention and control work, and have been received and commended by senior leaders. You are the pride of our Nandu City." Ding Zhongping looked at Li Wujiang in front of him and felt that this guy had made great progress. When he was the mayor, this guy was still a department-level cadre. After a few years, this guy has transformed himself and is on par with himself. This guy has made such a great contribution to the fight against the epidemic. He may go higher in the next step, which he dare not imagine.

"Secretary Ding, I feel a little embarrassed for your compliment. I can't say I'm excellent, but I just do my job well no matter where I am or what position I'm in."

"That's why you can succeed. Focus on your job and don't worry about not doing it well. During the years you were there, you laid a good foundation for Nandu, and the cadres and people of Nandu all remember it in their hearts."

Ding Zhongping chatted for a while at Li Wujiang's house and then left. He knew that there were still many people waiting to visit Li Wujiang.

Sure enough, after knowing that Li Wujiang was back, Deng Dahai, Xie Fei, Chang Yafei, Zhang Zhiqiang, Song Fei, Wu Changqing and others came to visit Li Wujiang. This reception lasted until New Year's Eve, and Li Wujiang's home was quiet at this time.

Chapter 597: Long-term, echelon training

Li Na, Wang Jianhua's family, and Li Wujiang's sister Li Fangying's family all spent the New Year at Li Wujiang's home this year. In recent years, Li Wujiang has also arranged for people to renovate the house in his hometown. The house is now large enough to accommodate so many people to reunite together. More people means more fun, and An An is also very excited to see so many people.

"Brother Jiang, you've had a really tiring year. After returning to my hometown, I've been entertaining guests all day and night, and I don't have any time for myself." Li Na said.

"Li Na, you don't understand this. The fact that these people can come here shows that the Li family is popular, and this also brings honor to our village. Uncle Li, don't you think so?" Song Jianhua said.

Li Wujiang knew that his parents were the happiest when he came back. Although he was very tired from receiving guests, in their eyes, he was considered to have returned home in glory and made them proud in this place.

"As long as our Jiang baby lives well, it's more important than anything else." Li Wujiang's mother Wu Dongmei said.

"Wuwei, when are you going to get married? Don't let your mother worry about you anymore." Li Fangying said.

"How old am I? How can I consider getting married? Hasn't my brother already completed the inheritance for the old Li family?" Li Wuwei said with a smile.

"You kid, your brother is your brother, and you are you. Talk about your own affairs, don't talk about your brother." Li Fangying asked with concern, as an elder sister is like a mother.

"Don't rush me about getting married. I will get married if I find someone suitable. It all depends on fate."

Li Wujiang saw that everyone was talking about Li Wuwei's marriage, so he deliberately diverted his attention and asked, "Wuwei, how is your Internet company going?"

When it comes to career, Li Wuwei's eyes light up and he said, "Brother, the international and domestic economic situation is very good now. The Internet industry will definitely have great prospects in the future, but the current industry spends a lot of money. Sister Na and Brother Jianhua, I'm a little embarrassed."

"You kid, you're still embarrassed. The little money the company earns is almost squandered by you." Li Na later realized how much money the Internet industry is a money-burning industry. Hundreds of millions of funds have been poured into it, but there is no result.

"Industry development still needs to be looked at in the long term. Perhaps the current Internet industry is still in its infancy and needs to go through many ups and downs, but in the future the Internet industry will definitely lead the trend of the times, with online chatting, online video, online office, and online shopping. We will gradually enter the global Internet era. The Internet may be the fourth revolution. So fearlessly persisting is victory."

"Brother, I didn't expect you to have such a sensitive business mind in the officialdom. If you join our Internet company, our company will definitely become stronger and bigger."

"Major General, you have set your sights on me. You need to worry about your own company. With the progress of society, any industry in the future will enter an era of innovation and change. So no matter which industry wants to stagnate, it will eventually be eliminated by history."

"Okay, okay, the New Year is coming. Let's go out and set off fireworks together."

Li Wujiang spent a very happy and happy time at home this year.

It was not until the fifth day of the New Year that Li Wujiang returned to the capital with his family. After returning to the capital, Li Wujiang still needed to go around. Before the New Year, he had visited most of the leaders' homes. After the New Year, he visited the homes of some who had not been visited in place. When he was free, he would go to Mu Liancheng's house to sit.

"Wujiang, I see that you have been more relaxed recently." Mu Liancheng said with a smile.

"Minister Mu, I am free from official duties. I am happy and free now."

"You kid, I think you are a person who can't sit still. I told you to have a good rest, but you can't stand the loneliness."

"Minister Mu, you know me. I can't sit still. The epidemic prevention work is almost over now. If I, a good laborer, just sit here like this, isn't it a waste of resources?"

"You don't have to worry. The leaders have ideas about your use, and of course there are disputes. After all, you have made great contributions. How to use you is not a trivial matter." Mu Liancheng told the truth. There is still controversy among the upper echelons about the use of Li Wujiang. Some leaders believe that Li Wujiang has made outstanding contributions to the fight against the epidemic, and has achieved breakthrough success in attracting investment in Binzhou. Li Wujiang is capable of taking on the task and can serve as a deputy ministerial-level senior official. Some leaders believe that Li Wujiang is too young. Although he has outstanding abilities, he is not stable enough in dealing with problems and needs more experience. Some leaders think that Li Wujiang can work in Beijing, while others think that Li Wujiang should go to the local areas, where he can play a role. Li Wujiang is the only department-level cadre who can give his superiors a headache. Mu Liancheng knew that after this time, Li Wujiang would really be able to take charge.

"Minister Mu, are the leaders too flattering me? I am just a soldier, I just want to go to work, I have no other ideas." Li Wujiang said with a wry smile, and he did not expect that he would become a dilemma among the leaders.

"You can think so, but the leaders have to consider the future of the country and look at the long-term. It is important to come here for development, and it is more important to cultivate talents for the country." What Mu Liancheng did not tell Li Wujiang was that the reason why the top leaders attached so much importance to it was because some of the top leaders had great hopes for Li Wujiang and wanted to train him into a future echelon. "Wujiang, are you willing to go to Huayuan to do another job?"

Mu Liancheng's change of tone made Li Wujiang unable to change his mind all of a sudden. But he thought about it and said, "Minister Mu, of course I am willing to return to Huayuan and build my hometown well. This is what I want." Li Wujiang knew Mu Liancheng's wish. Mu Liancheng is a native of Huayuan. He has deep feelings for his hometown. He hopes that the leaders of Huayuan can lead Huayuan to create miracles. But this Huayuan team disappointed him a little.

"Okay, I didn't misjudge you. But your use will ultimately depend on how the top leaders decide. You haven't studied for a long time. During this time, you should go to the cadre college for further study."

This is the second time that Li Wujiang has come to the National Cadre College for further study. I remember that the last time I came to study was seven or eight years ago. At first, it was a training class for department-level cadres, and now it is a training class for department-level cadres. Li Wujiang is considered a star student in this training class. Everyone has a certain understanding of him. After all, in the process of fighting the epidemic, he killed all sides and promoted the effective implementation of epidemic prevention work by his own efforts.

The students who were assigned to the same dormitory as Li Wujiang are almost all cadres in their forties. He is the only one who is a department-level cadre in his thirties.

Chapter 598 The world is bustling with people for profit, and the world is bustling with people for profit

"Comrade Wujiang, hello, I am Hua Chunlin from Donghai Province, this is Cao Meng from Jiangnan City, and the other is Comrade Fang Chunming from Xichuan." Hua Chunlin took the initiative to introduce.

"You are all brothers, hello, everyone, we are studying together during this period, so take care of each other."

"Wujiang, you are the most prestigious person among our group of cadres, and I will learn more from you in the future." Hua Chunlin said.

"Brother Hua, you are joking, my reputation is just a false reputation, not worth mentioning. During this period of studying in Beijing, if you need any help, you can come to me." Li Wujiang said with a smile.

Li Wujiang was a serious student in the cadre college, which was also a little time for him to calm down and study.

During this period, a major case that shocked the whole country occurred. The secretary of the Guangyuan Municipal Party Committee of Donghai Province was shot, which triggered a strong discussion in the officialdom. Of course, the cadre college was no exception.

"Brother Hua, how did such a thing happen in Guangyuan? You are from Donghai, can you tell us the details?" Li Wujiang asked curiously.

"Donghai Province is not famous for anything else, but this incident made Donghai Province famous." Hua Chunlin said with an embarrassed smile. "Guangyuan is pretty good in Donghai Province. After the reform and opening up, it seized the favorable opportunity and accelerated the development of township enterprises, which promoted the development of the local economy. Guangyuan's economy has always maintained the top three in Donghai Province. Of course, it is fast Economic development has also caused many problems. There are many rumors about officials running enterprises and collusion between officials and businessmen. In order to rectify this situation, the provincial party committee transferred a secretary from a provincial unit. I did not expect such a thing to happen. The newly arrived Secretary Tang was bent on eradicating the local interest chain, but he may have acted too hastily, which led to tragedy. "

"We are now in a society governed by the rule of law. Why is there still such a thing? You are talking like watching a movie." Li Wujiang said with a smile.

"Everything in the world is for profit, and the bustle of the world is for profit. Of course, there are many profitable places. Especially in places with many township enterprises, there are signs of barbaric growth. Many entrepreneurs are local It’s a local snake, so you can imagine how difficult it is to cut off this relationship.”

Li Wujiang listened and felt that this was indeed the case. Many people think that officialdom and shopping malls are two parallel lines that cannot be intertwined. In fact, officials are not separated from business, and business is not separated from officials. If officials want to live a luxurious life, they cannot do without the transportation of money. If businesses in shopping malls want to grow bigger, they cannot do without the help of administrative power. It seems that this situation has occurred in Guangyuan City. If that were the case, it would be difficult to deal with.

"Wujiang, we all know that your abilities are outstanding. If you were asked to go to Guangyuan, where would you start?" Cao Meng asked.

When Cao Meng asked, everyone stared at Li Wujiang.

"Why are everyone looking at me? I won't go to Guangyuan. I can't handle this situation."

"You have taken care of such a big thing as fighting the epidemic. A small Guangyuan can still make things difficult for you," Hua Chunlin said.

"The place is not big or small, the key is whether there are people behind it to support it. This support is not just leadership, but must have a mass base. The power of the masses is huge. How to convert the power of the masses into your own power will definitely get twice the result with half the effort."

Li Wujiang's words caused Hua Chunlin, Cao Meng and others to think.

"Liancheng, the secretary of the Guangyuan City Party Committee was shot on his way to get off work and died on the spot. This incident is now making a big fuss. This is the first time we have encountered such a thing since the founding of the People's Republic of China. The leaders were very shocked when they found out."

"I just heard about this, so I asked people below about it. Guangyuan's economic foundation is good, but the official situation is not good. There is collusion between officials and businessmen. Some officials directly do business and run enterprises, and some have become the protective umbrella of enterprises. . If this layer of corrupt soil is not eradicated, the situation in Guangyuan will not improve," Mu Liancheng said.

"You are right. When something like this happened in Donghai, the upper-level leaders have already made severe criticism. However, the leaders of Donghai Province have also made a request to the capital. The local government feels very embarrassed about the matter in Guangyuan City and hopes that it can be solved from A capable and courageous leader from other places will be transferred to Guangyuan.”

This was the first time Mu Liancheng heard of a subordinate asking for someone from his superior. Under normal circumstances, when a leader asks for someone from his superiors, he admits that he is not good at management. This is not a good signal, and may directly disappoint his superiors. "Leader, it seems that the situation in Guangyuan is really not optimistic. Choosing a cadre from outside has its advantages and disadvantages. The advantage is that it is not linked to the local area and can ensure that a fair and just attitude is maintained in handling things. The disadvantage is that If you are not familiar with the local situation, it will take a long time to get into the situation, especially for a complex situation like Guangyuan. It will be difficult for one person to resolve the local situation if the people we send have problems again. More passive."

"What you said makes sense. However, Donghai Province has sent a request to us, and we need to provide support. This also reflects the responsibility of our cadres in the capital. Do you have any suitable candidates for the post in Donghai?"

"There are indeed many capable cadres in the capital, but we need to select cadres who can deal with the complex situation of Guangyuan. After all, this represents the image of the capital."

"You don't have to think about it. There is a ready-made candidate right in front of you."

Mu Liancheng realized something at this time. He certainly knew that Li Wujiang was the most suitable. But he didn't want to send Li Wujiang there, after all, the situation in Guangyuan was too complicated. Li Wujiang has finally reached his current position. If something happens in Guangyuan, he will really fall into disgrace. But if the leader asks, he can't be careless. "Leader, you are talking about Comrade Wujiang. This boy is indeed a good candidate. However, this matter is still not very stable. There was a shooting case in Binzhou and an intentional homicide case in Beijing. It is precisely because of this boy's Failure to be prudent almost led to disaster.”

"Liancheng, I know that Wujiang is your favorite disciple. You are reluctant to let him go to Guangyuan City. Indeed, Wujiang has just made a huge contribution to epidemic prevention. Letting him take risks at this time seems a bit unforgiving on our part as leaders. However, I am optimistic about him. Only those who have experienced great storms can cope with the complex situation in Guangyuan City. Comrade Wujiang has grown up from the grassroots level and has rich experience in handling grassroots work. At this time, if other disciples of the famous families in Beijing are left behind. , not only will it not work, but it will also cause trouble. This is when people are used, they will regret it. "

Chapter 599 Only in times of crisis can a cadre’s responsibility be demonstrated

Mu Liancheng heard what the leader said, it seems that the upper level has had this idea for a long time, and it is useless for him to oppose it at this time. At this time, he can only fight for more for Li Wujiang. "Leader, a cadre's responsibility can only be reflected in times of crisis. It is an honor for Wujiang to be trusted by the leaders. However, the situation in Donghai Province is too complicated. Wujiang has no roots and no foundation there. He has no say in the province and is completely in the dark about the city. It is not conducive to the development of his work if he goes there alone."

"What you said is indeed a practical situation. We let Wujiang go there to take the lead and do big things. We can't use him as an ordinary cadre. Besides, the use of department-level cadres is not under the jurisdiction of the ministry. So I will fight for him to be appointed as the deputy governor and the secretary of the Guangyuan Municipal Party Committee. In this way, he has a foundation in the province and the ministry, which is convenient for him to carry out his work. I will take care of the matter of being appointed as the deputy governor. You have to talk to Wujiang about his work."

Li Wujiang was in class, but was called out by the counselor, saying that someone had invited him. Li Wujiang usually doesn't bring his cell phone to class, so Mu Liancheng directly asks someone to invite him.

On the way there, Li Wujiang was still wondering why Mu Liancheng wanted to find him at this time. Is there something good?

"Wujiang, how is your study recently?"

"Very good. I haven't been so calm to study for a long time. This study is also an improvement for myself."

"You heard about the Donghai incident."

Mu Liancheng changed the subject, making Li Wujiang unable to keep up with the rhythm. Not knowing what the other party wanted to say, he said, "I heard that there happened to be a Donghai person in the same dormitory, and he heard about some of Guangyuan's situations."

"What do you think about this matter?"

Li Wujiang thought to himself, what role does my opinion play. However, when Mu Liancheng asked, he still said truthfully, "This incident proves that the situation in Donghai Province is very complicated, and the situation in Guangyuan City is also complicated."

"Oh, tell me what kind of complicated situation it is?"

"Such a big thing happened in Guangyuan, which means that the internal struggle in Guangyuan City is very serious. Unless you are in cahoots with Guangyuan, it will be a life-and-death struggle. Guangyuan has such a situation, which means that the situation of the Donghai Provincial Party Committee is not optimistic. If there is no one behind Guangyuan, it is impossible to cause Guangyuan to be in such a mess."

Mu Liancheng nodded after listening. It seems that this guy still sees things very clearly. He not only sees the problems in Guangyuan, but also the problems in Donghai Province. Donghai Province can ask Beijing for help, which means that there are indeed big problems within the Donghai Provincial Party Committee. To solve this dilemma, we need to rely on external forces to solve it. The problem lies in Guangyuan and Donghai. Therefore, if we want to solve the problem, the key is still in Donghai. After thinking about this, Mu Liancheng also understood why the upper level agreed to Li Wujiang's appointment as deputy governor. "Then how do you think Guangyuan should be handled?"

"It's hard for me to say. After all, I only heard about Guangyuan from hearsay and know very little. It's irrational to make a decision without knowing the facts."

Mu Liancheng was very satisfied with Li Wujiang's answer. Many cadres think that they are entrusted with important tasks by their superiors. They are determined to do great things and eradicate evil forces. Their hearts are high, but the reality is cruel.

"Don't consider other things now. If you are asked to go to Guangyuan City now, what will you do?"

Li Wujiang has already smelled a smell. Is he really going to Guangyuan? Although he said before that Guangyuan is not a good choice, the challenge of Guangyuan still makes him excited. This may be an opportunity for him. "Minister Mu, if the organization assigns me to Guangyuan, I will first do research to understand the complex situation of Guangyuan City, take steady steps, and not rush for success. Only by knowing ourselves and the enemy can we win every battle. Secondly, we must make it clear that developing the economy is our main theme, supporting enterprises is our consistent policy, we must protect legal enterprises according to law; for enterprises in gray areas, we must focus on guidance; for operators that endanger local development, we must crack down on and ban them according to law. Of course, the magic weapon for our victory is to rely on the masses. We must mobilize the power of the masses, give full play to the support of the masses, and gain the support of the masses, then we will be one step closer to victory."

"Okay, you're right. It seems that the leaders didn't misjudge you. You should now understand why I asked you so many questions today? It's just as you think in your heart. Although I am still reluctant for you to go to Donghai, Donghai needs you and Guangyuan needs you. What do you think about taking office in Donghai?"